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Baroness Burdett Coutts Collection

Baroness Burdett-Coutts: A Philanthropic Trailblazer From her marriage to her philanthropic endeavors, Baroness Burdett-Coutts was a woman ahead of her time

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Colombia Market, Bethnal-Green, 1865. Creator: Unknown

Colombia Market, Bethnal-Green, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Colombia Market, Bethnal-Green, [London], 1865. The new market [financed by Angela Burdett-Coutts]...will be quadrangular...The west side is nearly completed

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Drinking-fountain in Victoria Park, the gift of Miss Burdett Coutts, 1862. Creator: Unknown

Drinking-fountain in Victoria Park, the gift of Miss Burdett Coutts, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Drinking-fountain in Victoria Park, the gift of Miss Burdett Coutts, 1862. Its arrangement is octangular...Its masonry consists of Portland and Kentish ragstone

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: The new church of St. Stephen, Carlisle, built by Miss Burdett Coutts, 1865. Creator: Unknown

The new church of St. Stephen, Carlisle, built by Miss Burdett Coutts, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The new church of St. Stephen, Carlisle, built by Miss Burdett Coutts, 1865. The exterior presents an agreeable contrast of colour, by the judicious use of red and white stone

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Pair of donkeys in harness exhibited by Miss Burdett Coutts...Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1865

Pair of donkeys in harness exhibited by Miss Burdett Coutts...Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Pair of donkeys in harness exhibited by Miss Burdett Coutts at the Mule and Donkey Show in the Agricultural Hall, Islington

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Inauguration of a Life-boat and Life Boat House at Sunderland, 1858. Creator: Unknown

Inauguration of a Life-boat and Life Boat House at Sunderland, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of a Life-boat and Life Boat House at Sunderland, 1858. Miss Burdett Coutts has, with her usual wakeful sympathy

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Presentation to the Highgate Rifle Corps of a silver bugle by Miss Burdet Coutts... 1860

Presentation to the Highgate Rifle Corps of a silver bugle by Miss Burdet Coutts... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Presentation to the Highgate Rifle Corps of a silver bugle by Miss Burdet Coutts, at Holly Lodge, Highgate, 1860. The company having taken their seats, the battalion marched up in column,

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Marriage of Lady Burdett-Coutts (engraving)

Marriage of Lady Burdett-Coutts (engraving)
1590251 Marriage of Lady Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marriage of Lady Burdett-Coutts)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Portrait of the Baroness Burdett Coutts and her Companion Mrs

Portrait of the Baroness Burdett Coutts and her Companion Mrs
1199594 Portrait of the Baroness Burdett Coutts and her Companion Mrs. Brown, Edinburgh, 1874, (oil on canvas, framed) by Drummond

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: At The Corner of Stratton Street (engraving)

At The Corner of Stratton Street (engraving)
586881 At The Corner of Stratton Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flags adorn the building, No)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Statue of Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh (b / w photo)

Statue of Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh (b / w photo)
3095089 Statue of Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Presentation of the Freedom of the City of London to Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)

Presentation of the Freedom of the City of London to Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)
1588811 Presentation of the Freedom of the City of London to Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Presentation of Prizes at the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls, Battersea Rise (engraving)

Presentation of Prizes at the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls, Battersea Rise (engraving)
1061643 Presentation of Prizes at the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls, Battersea Rise (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: The Persecution of the Jews in Russia, Meeting at the Guildhall (engraving)

The Persecution of the Jews in Russia, Meeting at the Guildhall (engraving)
1038563 The Persecution of the Jews in Russia, Meeting at the Guildhall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Persecution of the Jews in Russia)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Edinburgh to Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)

Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Edinburgh to Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)
1105493 Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Edinburgh to Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving)

A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving)
1046432 A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)

The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)
3654784 The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baroness Burdett-Coutts)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (b / w photo)

The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (b / w photo)
970417 The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baroness Burdett-Coutts)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Marriage of Baroness Burdett-Coutts and Mr W Ashmead-Bartlett, on Saturday Last (engraving)

Marriage of Baroness Burdett-Coutts and Mr W Ashmead-Bartlett, on Saturday Last (engraving)
1590247 Marriage of Baroness Burdett-Coutts and Mr W Ashmead-Bartlett, on Saturday Last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Casket of Address presented to Baroness Burdett-Coutts by the City of London (engraving)

Casket of Address presented to Baroness Burdett-Coutts by the City of London (engraving)
1588802 Casket of Address presented to Baroness Burdett-Coutts by the City of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Columbia Market (colour litho)

Columbia Market (colour litho)
976207 Columbia Market (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Columbia Market. Card forming part of childrens card game about London.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Stables and Stores for Costermongers, near Columbia Market, Hackney Road

Stables and Stores for Costermongers, near Columbia Market, Hackney Road, erected for the Baroness Burdett-Coutts
2774068 Stables and Stores for Costermongers, near Columbia Market, Hackney Road, erected for the Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by English School

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (colour litho)

The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (colour litho)
613308 The Baroness Burdett-Coutts (colour litho) by Chartran, Theobald (1849-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baroness Burdett-Coutts, 3 November 1883)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Meeting at Guildhall on behalf of the Jews in Russia (engraving)

Meeting at Guildhall on behalf of the Jews in Russia (engraving)
1596934 Meeting at Guildhall on behalf of the Jews in Russia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meeting at Guildhall on behalf of the Jews in Russia)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: At the Dairy Show, Islington (engraving)

At the Dairy Show, Islington (engraving)
1046179 At the Dairy Show, Islington (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Dairy Show, Islington)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: New Drinking-Fountain at Wood-Green, opened by Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)

New Drinking-Fountain at Wood-Green, opened by Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving)
1099892 New Drinking-Fountain at Wood-Green, opened by Baroness Burdett-Coutts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Drinking-Fountain at Wood-Green)

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Columbia Market, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré

Columbia Market, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Columbia Market, 1872. Columbia Market in Bethnal Green was built by the philanthropist, Angela Burdett-Coutts at St. Leonard s, Shoreditch. From, " LONDON

Background imageBaroness Burdett Coutts Collection: Columbia Market, Hackney, c1876. Creator: Unknown

Columbia Market, Hackney, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Columbia Market, Hackney, c1876. Angela Burdett-Coutts established Columbia Market in 1869, the three-storey Gothic covered food market with 400 stalls was demolished in 1958


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Baroness Burdett-Coutts: A Philanthropic Trailblazer From her marriage to her philanthropic endeavors, Baroness Burdett-Coutts was a woman ahead of her time. In the engraving capturing the momentous occasion of her wedding, Lady Burdett-Coutts radiates elegance and grace as she embarks on a new chapter in her life. In another portrait, we see the Baroness alongside her loyal companion Mrs. , showcasing their strong bond and shared dedication to making a difference. The image captures their determination and unwavering commitment to philanthropy. At The Corner of Stratton Street, an enchanting engraving transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the world that shaped this remarkable woman, and is here that we witness the seeds being sown for future acts of benevolence. The statue of Greyfriars Bobby in Edinburgh stands as a testament to Baroness Burdett-Coutts' love for animals. This black-and-white photo evokes nostalgia while reminding us of her compassion towards our furry friends. The presentation of the Freedom of the City of London engraving symbolizes recognition bestowed upon this extraordinary lady. Her tireless efforts earned respect and admiration from all corners, highlighting her significant contributions to society. Another engraving depicts Baroness Burdett-Coutts presenting prizes at the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls on Battersea Rise—a poignant reminder of her dedication to education and empowering young women with opportunities previously denied to them. In an emotionally charged scene captured through an engraving titled "The Persecution of Jews in Russia, " we witness Baroness Burdett-Coutts taking action against injustice. Her involvement demonstrates not only empathy but also courage in standing up for those facing adversity. A further honor awaits as Edinburgh presents its Freedom to Baroness Burdett-Coutts—an event immortalized through yet another captivating engraving.